Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Clean all grease and contaminants from the tapered section and the threads of the upper ball joint, the lower ball joint, and the tie rod end.
- Clean and inspect the taper holes and the mounting surfaces of the steering knuckle. If any of the tapered holes are elongated, out of round, or damaged, replace the steering knuckle.
- Install the steering knuckle.
- Connect the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle and install the retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
- Connect the upper ball joint to the steering knuckle and install the retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the brake hose and the bracket retaining bolt to the steering knuckle
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Connect the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle. Refer to Tie Rod Replacement - Outer in Steering Linkage (Non- Rack and Pinion).
- Install the wheel hub and bearing assembly. Refer to Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement .
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the lower control arm support.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.